Mukurthi Peak and Mukurthi National Park : Short 45 Kms
drive from Udhagamandalam,
spread over an area 79 km on the south eastern corner of the
Nilgiris Plateau. The Silent valleyis located on the
western side of this range of mountain. This park is approachable through four different
routes : 1] Via Avalanchi , upper Bhavani and sanctuary begins from the dam, 2]
Via Anumapuram 24 kms from Ooty near Pykara and then via Porthimund Dam to the park
3] Via T.R.Bazar and through the Terrace Estate Road, and reach Mudimund to proceed
to the National park and 4] Via Parsons Valley road that leads to Western Catchment
II and III. Nilgiri Tahr [earlier called as ibex or Nilgiri ibex] is found in reasonably large numbers here. This
peak is compared to the peaks of Himalayan ranges in terms of the presence of Flora
and Fauna unique to a geographical location of Himalayas .

The entire National
Park bears naturally typical high altitude vegetation like rolling grassy downs,
interspersed with temperate sholas occupying slopes and valleys. The landscape is
extremely picturesque and should be zealously protected and preserved to maintain
the primeval beauty and grandeur of the tract. Because of its Tough Terrain and
difficult accessibility , biotic interference is limited. Trekking or Driving is
possible only on permitted routes.

Other Information

Location

It is located in the high altitudes of the Nilgiris Mountains. The landscape
is extremely picturesque. This forms a part of the Nilgiris biosphere reserve.From Udhagamandalam there are four different entry points to reach this sanctuary.

Area

7846 ha. of reserved forests, the entire area has been declared a National
Park
.